Structural Welders (Day Shift - Mon-Thu 6am-6pm)

SC Steel • Taylors, SC

18d • Onsite

About The Position

We are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Structural Welder. This team member will weld, cut, & grind material to meet AWS D1.1 & D1.8 codes in a safe and efficient manner while maintaining high quality. Additionally, this team member performs at a highly proficient and independent level in order to achieve the set goals for safety, quality, delivery, and cost.

We are currently hiring for Day Shift, Monday-Thursday 6:00AM-6:00PM.

Requirements

• Ability to read and understand weld symbols, prequalified weld designations, and Weld Procedure Specifications (WPS) .
• Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry.
• Use of judgement to plan, perform, and make decisions as to the sequences of set-ups, operations, and processes within the limitations of recognized or standard methods and procedures.
• Use of judgement to sequence welds in order to maximize efficiency and minimize weld distortion.
• Understands the concepts of protected zones for seismic weld applications.
• High School Diploma or GED
• All applicant considered for this position will need to pass a 2G weld test, Mig Structural Steel Welding experience is required.

Responsibilities

• Preheat steel according to instructions, WPS, or AWS specifications.
• Perform welds to specification including size, profile, length, and finish. Clean and grind welds as appropriate.
• Use backing bar and run-off tabs as appropriate to complete welds to specifications.
• Use temperature indicators to determine proper preheat and inter-pass temperatures.
• Use carbon arc devices and grinders to back gouge welds as necessary to complete welds per specifications.
• Ability to layout intermittent welds per drawing specifications prior to performing welds.
• Perform simple fitting activities including layout and application of shear studs welded to structural materials.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED